Politecnico di Milano Merit-Based International Scholarships
Tuition waivers, and for some awards an allowance of up to EUR 10,000 a year, for international applicants to English-taught Master of Science programmes (A.Y. 2027/2028).
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Italy
Funding
All awards cover full tuition; recipients pay only a non-refundable administrative fee of about EUR 170. Some awards add a gross allowance of up to EUR 10,000 per year.
Eligible applicants
International applicants to English-taught MSc programmes, early-bird period
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Overview
Politecnico di Milano Merit-Based International Scholarships is offered by Politecnico di Milano for Master’s study in Italy. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 13, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- English testValid English proficiency certificate due by 4 March 2027.
- Documents provided with the admission applicationRequired
- Scholarship application formRequired
- English proficiency certificateRequired
What this scholarship covers
Tuition fees
Included
Allowance (some awards)
May be included
All awards cover full tuition; recipients pay only a non-refundable administrative fee of about EUR 170. Some awards add a gross allowance of up to EUR 10,000 per year. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 13, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 13, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- International (non-Italian-qualification) applicants.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Selection based mainly on GPA and academic achievements.
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Italy
Official eligibility summary
International applicants admitted to a Master of Science taught in English starting in the first semester. Applicants must have applied during the early bird period (application fee paid between 1 October and 1 December 2026). Selection weighs previous education, GPA and achievements, and a portfolio where requested.
Applicant profile
- International applicants to English-taught MSc programmes, early-bird period
Study route
- Master’s study in Italy
Current-cycle criteria
- International applicants admitted to a Master of Science taught in English starting in the first semester. Applicants must have applied during the early bird period (application fee paid between 1 October and 1 December 2026). Selection weighs previous education, GPA and achievements, and a portfolio where requested.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Portfolio
How to apply
- 1
Submit the application through Politecnico di Milano Online Services during the early bird period
- 2
Complete the scholarship application form
- 3
Submit the English certificate by 4 March 2027
Application timeline
Application cycle
A.Y. 2027/2028 early bird: application fee payment 1 October to 1 December 2026; English certificate by 4 March 2027.
The listed deadline is December 1, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Politecnico di Milano
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 13, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is December 1, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.